2004 Nissan Titan vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 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 155 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1391 kg more than 1988 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 1988 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Titan | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
