1984 Opel Kadett vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1988 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Kadett | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
