1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 16 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1973 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |