1991 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 100 NX | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 100 NX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
