1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2004 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 39 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Falcon weights approximately 815 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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 2004 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Kadett | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
