1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 70 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
