1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Opel Kadett is newer by 19 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Opel Kadett. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Kadett.
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, 1995 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Kadett. 1976 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1995 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 | 1995 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | Seville | Kadett |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |