2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1325 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1977 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1977 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Pathfinder | Kadett |
Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |