1993 Nissan Sunny vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 236 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (90 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Sunny | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sunny | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
