2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1757 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 43 L |
