1968 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Kadett | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
