1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 910 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Kadett |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 40 L |