1985 Opel Kadett vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1206 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
