2001 Honda Prelude vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Prelude weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude, 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Prelude | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 43 L |
