1984 Ford Capri vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Ford Capri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Because 1984 Ford Capri 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 1984 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett, 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Capri | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
