2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 860 kg more than 1965 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Kadett |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |