1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 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, 1992 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Kadett |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |