2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 774 kg more than 1967 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Lumina | Kadett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 75 HP |
Torque | 470 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |