1978 Opel Kadett vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett. 2011 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Kadett | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Kadett | Navara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
