1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 535 kg more than 1966 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Kadett |
Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |