1970 Nissan Sunny vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1977 Opel Kadett is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 175 kg more than 1970 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Opel Kadett (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Sunny | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
