1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 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), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1977 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Kadett |
Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2400 mm |