1973 Opel Kadett vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 37 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1094 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, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Kadett | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Kadett | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
