2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1418 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 43 L |
