1988 Opel Kadett vs. 2009 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 21 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (146 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Camry weights approximately 377 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 2009 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Kadett | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
