1985 Opel Kadett vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 441 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
