1978 Opel Kadett vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 880 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |
