1990 Ford RS 200 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 23 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford RS 200 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | RS 200 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
