2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 181 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1977 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1977 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-250 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
