2006 Nissan Altima vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 18 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Altima | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
