2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1390 mm |
