1973 Nissan Cherry vs. 1989 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1989 Opel Kadett is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cherry | 1989 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
