1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1968 Toyota Corona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (70 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 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, 1968 Toyota Corona (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Kadett | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Corona |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 83 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |