1980 Opel Kadett vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1980 Opel Kadett. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Opel Kadett | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
