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Opel Kadett Kadett C (1973–1979) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.0 | 4 | 40 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.0 | 4 | 50 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.2 | 4 | 55 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.2 S Automatic | 4 | 60 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 S | 4 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 GT/E | 4 | 105 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 GT/E | 4 | 115 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Opel Kadett Kadett C overview
The Opel Kadett (Kadett C) is the 3rd generation of the Kadett, built from 1973 to 1979. It is offered as a Coupe with 9 engines (petrol), from 40 HP to 110 HP. The 1.9 GT/E (105 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.0 s, reaches a top speed of 180 km/h and is 4127 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Opel Kadett have?
The Opel Kadett (Kadett C) has 40 HP to 110 HP, depending on the engine: 1.0 Ohv (40 HP), 1.0 Ea111 (40 HP), 1.0 Ohv (48 HP), 1.2 Ohv (51 HP), 1.2 Ohv (52 HP), 1.2 Ohv (60 HP), 1.6 Cih (75 HP), 1.9 Cih (105 HP), 2.0 Cih (110 HP).
What engines are available for the Opel Kadett?
The Opel Kadett is available with 9 engines: 1.0 Ohv (40 HP, petrol), 1.0 Ea111 (40 HP, petrol), 1.0 Ohv (48 HP, petrol), 1.2 Ohv (51 HP, petrol), 1.2 Ohv (52 HP, petrol), 1.2 Ohv (60 HP, petrol), 1.6 Cih (75 HP, petrol), 1.9 Cih (105 HP, petrol), 2.0 Cih (110 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Opel Kadett?
The Opel Kadett is 4127 mm long, 1580 mm wide, 1340 mm tall, with a 2395 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Opel Kadett?
The Opel Kadett 1.9 GT/E (105 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.0 s and has a top speed of 180 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Opel Kadett C Coupe |
|---|---|
| Year | 1975–1977 |
| Platform | GM T-Body |
| Variant | 1.9 GT/E (105 Hp) |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 105 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5400 rpm |
| Torque | 149 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 3400 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4600 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 180 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 10.0 s |
| 0–62 mph | 10.0 s |
Engine
| Engine code | 19E |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1897 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 93.0 mm |
| Stroke | 69.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.2 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | sohc |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 L |
| Coolant | 6.8 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 4 |
| Gearbox code | 4mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | opel |
Dimensions
| Length | 4127 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1580 mm |
| Height | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2395 mm |
| Front track | 1304 mm |
| Rear track | 1300 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.2 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 915 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1290 kg |
| Max load | 375 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 10.5 L/100km |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | drum |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 8.7 kg/Hp, 114.8 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 6.1 kg/Nm, 162.8 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1975 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1977 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.