1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 787 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Kadett |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 1547 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |