1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (138 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Kadett | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | RunX |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |