2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 982 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Hardbody | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2330 mm |
