1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
