2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 32 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 662 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 350Z | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |
