1989 Honda Integra vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (120 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Integra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, 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 Integra (144 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Integra | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
