2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (325 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 43 L |
