1977 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 753 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2010 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Kadett | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Avalon |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |