1999 Ford Puma vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Ford Puma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Puma weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Puma | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Puma | Kadett |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |