1984 Opel Kadett vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1984 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Opel Kadett | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |