1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 Nissan Laurel is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 512 kg more than 1978 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett. 1993 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1978 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1978 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Laurel | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |
