1996 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Rasheen | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Rasheen | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
