1962 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1962 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1962 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1952 kg more than 1962 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Opel Kadett | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Kadett | Armada |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1981 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3130 mm |