1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1962 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 470 kg more than 1962 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1962 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Kadett |
Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |