2001 Honda Life vs. 1984 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Kadett weights approximately 160 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 1984 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, 1984 Opel Kadett (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Kadett |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |