1969 Ford Fairlane vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1969 Ford Fairlane and 1969 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Fairlane (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 555 kg more than 1969 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Fairlane | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fairlane | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2781 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
