2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2670 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Excursion | Kadett |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5954 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2330 mm |