1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. Both 1978 Nissan Skyline and 1988 Opel Kadett are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 183 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Because 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett, 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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Skyline | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
