2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 29 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 690 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Quest | Kadett |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |