1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Because 1977 Opel Kadett 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 1977 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Festiva | Kadett |
Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2500 mm |