1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1980 Opel Commodore is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 853 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore. 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Sixty | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
