1991 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1991 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 26 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Nissan 100 NX | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 100 NX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
