1995 Honda Prelude vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Honda Prelude is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 306 kg more than 1985 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Prelude | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
