1995 Honda Today vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1995 Honda Today 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Opel Kadett (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1975 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today 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 Today | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Today | Kadett |
Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |