2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 775 kg more than 1973 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
