1973 Opel Kadett vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 423 kg more than 1973 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett. 1981 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1973 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1973 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Kadett | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
