1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2012 Opel Vivaro is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 492 kg more than 2012 Opel Vivaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Calais | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |