1999 Honda Life vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Life weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1968 Opel Kadett (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Life | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Kadett |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |