2000 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Kadett |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |