2005 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Kadett weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 Civic (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
