1986 Opel Kadett vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Opel Kadett | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Carina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
