1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 14 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 590 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, 1991 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Aerostar | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Aerostar | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
