1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1977 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Gran Torino | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 44 L |
