1995 Honda Legend vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 16 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 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 730 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.
Because 1979 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Kadett |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |