1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1970 Opel Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 780 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac Calais | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Calais | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
