2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 996 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 43 L |
