1977 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 538 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Opel Kadett | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 80 L |
