1985 Opel Kadett vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 27 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett. 2012 Toyota Venza 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. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Opel Kadett | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Venza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
