2005 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 500 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
