2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 715 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Kadett |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |