1981 Nissan Sunny vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 60 kg more than 1969 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, 1981 Nissan Sunny (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Sunny | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
