1997 Honda Life vs. 1977 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Kadett (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Kadett weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1977 Opel Kadett (162 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1977 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Kadett |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 162 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 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |