1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade

To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1967 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Opel Commodore 2011 Cadillac Escalade
Make Opel Cadillac
Model Commodore Escalade
Year Released 1967 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2488 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 403 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 565 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 2619 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 5662 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1857 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3302 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 117 L


 

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