1967 Opel Kadett vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1971 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (73 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 20 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, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Kadett | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
