1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1350 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.
Because 1962 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Opel Kadett | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Sienna |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3030 mm |