1975 Nissan Cherry vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 2 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cherry | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
