2000 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Ford Ranger is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Ranger weights approximately 468 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
