2004 Ford GT vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 27 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 728 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
