1984 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1984 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 304 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Bluebird | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Bluebird | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
