1988 Opel Kadett vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Toyota Camry 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. Both 1988 Opel Kadett and 1990 Toyota Camry are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 198 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 1990 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
