1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,867 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett.
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, 2000 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1867 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |