1962 Opel Kadett vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 1993 Toyota Century is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Century (154 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Century weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1962 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, 1993 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Opel Kadett | 1993 Toyota Century | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Century |
Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2870 mm |