2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1990 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Kadett. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-150 | 1990 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-150 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |