1987 Opel Kadett vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1989 Toyota Corolla (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett. 1989 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Kadett | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
