1994 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Acura NSX is newer by 17 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Acura NSX weights approximately 520 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Acura NSX | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | NSX | Kadett |
Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2430 mm |