1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2005 Toyota Hilux is newer by 30 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Hilux (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 584 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Toyota Hilux (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Opel Kadett | 2005 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Hilux |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1374 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 56 L |