1996 Honda Today vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 17 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Kadett weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
