1991 Honda Prelude vs. 1986 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1986 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, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Prelude | 1986 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
