1974 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 367 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Kadett | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
