1978 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 829 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Kadett | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 79 L |