2005 Honda Logo vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2005 Honda Logo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Logo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo, 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, 2005 Honda Logo (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Logo | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Logo | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
