1965 Opel Kadett vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1981 Nissan Stanza is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 430 kg more than 1965 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Nissan Stanza (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Kadett | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Kadett | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2480 mm |
