1989 Ford Aerostar vs. 1972 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 650 kg more than 1972 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Aerostar | 1972 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Aerostar | Kadett |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |