1986 Opel Kadett vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1990 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 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 1990 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Kadett weights approximately 50 kg more than 1990 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Opel Kadett | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Kadett | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
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 | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |