1988 Opel Kadett vs. 1990 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante (97 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Because 1990 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 1990 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
