1994 Honda CRX vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda CRX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda CRX | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CRX | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
