1979 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1985 Opel Kadett is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 127 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (89 Nm). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
