2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1977 Opel Kadett

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 958 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 (454 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1977 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1977 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1977 Opel Kadett
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Silverado Kadett
Year Released 2006 1977
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 71 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 61 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 792 kg
Vehicle Length 6330 mm 3900 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 4010 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 44 L