1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 25 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
