2004 Honda Life vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Kadett (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Kadett weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1985 Opel Kadett (101 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Life | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
