1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Opel Kadett. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 630 kg more than 1972 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 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1972 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Kadett |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 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 | 2400 mm |