2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1258 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | SRX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2330 mm |
