1985 Opel Kadett vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (193 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 556 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1985 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1985 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
