2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1977 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1977 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 61 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 43 L |
