2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 35 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 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 Ranger (245 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
