2006 Nissan Titan vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan is newer by 33 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), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1556 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.
Because 2006 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Titan | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 43 L |
