1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 569 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Commodore 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 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Seville | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
