1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Ford Mustang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (127 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Kadett |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |