1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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, 1998 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Patrol | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
