2001 Honda Life vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Kadett weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1983 Opel Kadett (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Kadett |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |