1989 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 383 kg more than 1977 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (113 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
