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Opel Kadett C Coupe

General information

ModelOpel Kadett C Coupe
Year1978
Rating62.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1196 ccm (72.98 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1196 ccm (72.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power52.00 PS (38 kW or 51 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque80.00 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.0 ft.lbs) at 3400 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke79.0 x 61.0 mm (3.1 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0658 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3820 litres (1,009 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (389.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight790 kg (1,741.7 pounds)
Overall length4140 mm (163.0 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1290 mm (50.8 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity43.0 litres (11.36 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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