1976 Opel Kadett vs. 1975 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1975 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett.
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, 1975 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Opel Kadett | 1975 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Triumph |
| Model | Kadett | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
