1980 Nissan Stanza vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1980 Nissan Stanza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Stanza | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
