1984 Opel Kadett vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 13 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Kadett | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
