Opel Kadett C Caravan (1973–1979)
The Opel Kadett C Caravan was offered with 8 gasoline engine versions, from 40 to 75 hp, built 1973–1979.
EnlargeProduction years1973–1979
Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length163.0 in (4,140 mm) – 165.3 in (4,198 mm)
Width62.2 in (1,580 mm)
Height54.5 in (1,385 mm)
Cargo volume15.9 cu ft (450 l)
Fuel tank11.4 gal (43 l)
All Opel Kadett C Caravan engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 (40 hp) | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 40 hp (29 kW) | 52 lb-ft (70 Nm) | 28 s | 76 mph (122 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.2 (52 hp) | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 52 hp (38 kW) | 22.5 s | 81 mph (130 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | ||
| 1.2 (52 hp) Automatic | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 52 hp (38 kW) | 22.5 s | 81 mph (130 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | ||
| 1.2 (55 hp) | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 55 hp (40 kW) | 62 lb-ft (84 Nm) | 20 s | 86 mph (138 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 1.2 S (60 hp) | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 66 lb-ft (90 Nm) | 22 s | 85 mph (137 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.2 S (60 hp) Automatic | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 66 lb-ft (90 Nm) | 22 s | 85 mph (137 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 S (75 hp) | 1973–1979 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 83 lb-ft (113 Nm) | 16.5 s | 94 mph (152 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 S (75 hp) Automatic | 1977–1979 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 83 lb-ft (113 Nm) | 16.5 s | 94 mph (152 km/h) | Rear-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.