1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 694 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Kadett | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |