1981 Nissan Laurel vs. 1995 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Opel Kadett is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. Both 1981 Nissan Laurel and 1995 Opel Kadett are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Kadett (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Opel Kadett (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Laurel | 1995 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Laurel | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
