1978 Nissan Cherry vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cherry is newer by 5 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cherry (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 90 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.
Because 1973 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cherry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Nissan Cherry (102 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cherry | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cherry | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
