1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1984 Ford Sierra and 1984 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
