2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2530 mm |
