1968 Opel Kadett vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett. 1985 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1968 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1968 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Kadett | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Kadett | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1076 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
