1971 Honda Life vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Kadett weights approximately 517 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 50.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
