1986 Ford Granada vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 19 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 550 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, 1986 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
