1968 Jensen FF vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 20 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 129 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 968 kg more than 1988 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen FF | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | FF | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
