2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 441 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1976 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1976 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Tahoe | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |