1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1987 Opel Kadett is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Toronado | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
