2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 31 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 895 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.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Expedition | Kadett |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 43 L |