1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Opel Kadett | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kadett | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
