1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (89 Nm). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1985 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1985 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
