1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida is newer by 12 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 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Cressida (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 524 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.
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, 1985 Toyota Cressida (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Cressida |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |