1986 Opel Kadett vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 35 kg more than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Because 1986 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Opel Kadett (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Kadett | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Carina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
