1993 Nissan 100 NX vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 Nissan 100 NX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 100 NX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 100 NX should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 100 NX weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Nissan 100 NX (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Kadett. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 100 NX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 100 NX | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 100 NX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
