2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-150 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett. 2008 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-150 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1194 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 | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 43 L |