1981 Nissan Patrol vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Opel Kadett is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Because 1981 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Patrol 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, 1981 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Patrol | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
