1990 Honda Legend vs. 1969 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 820 kg more than 1969 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1969 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Kadett |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |