2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 871 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Nitro | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |