1995 Honda Argento Viva vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Honda Argento Viva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Honda Argento Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Argento Viva (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Argento Viva should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Argento Viva weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 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 Honda Argento Viva (237 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Argento Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 1975 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Argento Viva has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Argento Viva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Opel Kadett will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Argento Viva | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Argento Viva | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
