1975 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 645 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 1975 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 1975 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Kadett | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Camry |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
