1969 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1839 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Kadett | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Kadett | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
