1998 Honda NSX vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 23 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 644 kg more than 1975 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett. 1975 Opel Kadett has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda NSX 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:
1998 Honda NSX | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | NSX | Kadett |
Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |