1977 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 244 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 Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Tundra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |