1988 Honda Legend vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1988 Honda Legend and 1988 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Kadett |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |