1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1126 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.
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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett. 1977 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. 1977 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
