1968 Opel Kadett vs. 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Because 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 1984 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1076 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
