2006 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Opel Kadett.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Opel Kadett. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1989 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1989 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1989 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
