2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-350 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 43 L |
