1985 Opel Kadett vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1455 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 96 L |