1995 Ford Scorpio vs. 1995 Opel Kadett

To start off, both 1995 Ford Scorpio and 1995 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Kadett (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Scorpio.

Because 1995 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Scorpio (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Kadett. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Kadett.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ford Scorpio 1995 Opel Kadett
Make Ford Opel
Model Scorpio Kadett
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4060 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1430 mm


 

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