2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 70 L |
