1996 Cadillac Catera vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Catera is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 830 kg more than 1967 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, 1996 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (128 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett. 1996 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Catera | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Catera | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
