2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar 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 1975 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Freestar | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
