2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 863 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | CTS | Kadett |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1077 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |