2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 44 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1735 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.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
