2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 468 kg more than 1975 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 Ranger (250 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
