2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Opel Kadett

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 441 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.

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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 1975 Opel Kadett
Make Chevrolet Opel
Model Tahoe Kadett
Year Released 2009 1975
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 43 L