1977 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1983 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Kadett weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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, 1983 Opel Kadett (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
