2004 Honda Life vs. 1991 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Kadett (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 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, 1991 Opel Kadett (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
