1987 Opel Kadett vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett. 2008 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1987 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1987 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Opel Kadett | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Kadett | Navara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
