1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 650 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
