1995 Nissan Serena vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 680 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett.
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, 1995 Nissan Serena (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Serena | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Serena | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2283 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
