1995 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Opel Kadett

To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 18 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 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1977 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 677 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Kadett.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura NSX 1977 Opel Kadett
Make Acura Opel
Model NSX Kadett
Year Released 1995 1977
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3178 cc 1196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 420 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2410 mm