1987 Opel Kadett vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 7 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Venture (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture 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, 1994 Toyota Venture (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Kadett | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Venture |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
