2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Tahoe | Kadett |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |