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Opel Kadett 1.9 C Coupe

General information

ModelOpel Kadett 1.9 C Coupe
Year1975
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating53.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1897 ccm (115.75 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.5 litres/100 km (31.36 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1897 ccm (115.75 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power99.40 PS (73 kW or 98 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque148.00 Nm (15.1 kgf-m or 109.2 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke93.0 x 69.8 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1198 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (389.8 inches)
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight830 kg (1,829.8 pounds)
Overall length4130 mm (162.6 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity43.0 litres (11.36 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions178.9 g/km
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