1982 Opel Kadett vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1982 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Kadett weights approximately 74 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Kadett. (94 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Kadett | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Sera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
