1971 Nissan Skyline vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1971 Nissan Skyline and 1971 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Skyline | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Skyline | Kadett |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |