1996 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 23 kg more than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
