2004 Nissan Titan vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1563 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Titan | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 43 L |
