2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1964 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1964 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1964 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1964 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2330 mm |
