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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 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 535 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
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 | 1597 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |