1978 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1978 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Kadett | STS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
