1971 Opel Kadett vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 670 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke 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 Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Kadett | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Kadett | Juke |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
