1999 Honda City vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 11 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 56 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Kadett weights approximately 67 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Kadett |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |