2000 Ford Escape vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Escape (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett. 2000 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escape | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
