1968 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 2054 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.
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 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett. 2011 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Kadett | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2809 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 148 L |
