1982 Ford Falcon vs. 1972 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1982 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 1972 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
