1969 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Kadett | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Kadett | Titan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1078 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
