1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 34 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1220 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Kadett | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |