2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 17 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 813 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Quest (334 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Quest | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
