1957 Opel Kapitan vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 Opel Kapitan. 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. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Kapitan has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Kapitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Opel Kapitan | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kapitan | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2473 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |