2007 Nissan Primera vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 19 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. Both 2007 Nissan Primera and 1988 Opel Kadett are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 441 kg more 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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Primera | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
