1968 Jensen FF vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | FF | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
