1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 Opel Kadett is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 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, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
