1983 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Opel Kadett. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Kadett | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
