2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |
