1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Opel Kadett | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Carina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |