1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2330 mm |
