1996 Honda Today vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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, 1987 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
