2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1976 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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | F-350 | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 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 | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 43 L |