2000 Nissan Primera vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 336 kg more than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1987 Opel Kadett (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
