1965 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 48 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 945 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Kadett | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Kadett | E-Series |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 150 L |