1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 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, 1997 Ford Scorpio (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Scorpio | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
