1992 Nissan Vanette vs. 1966 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1992 Nissan Vanette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Vanette (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 675 kg more than 1966 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Nissan Vanette (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Vanette | 1966 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Vanette | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2430 mm |
