2006 Honda Element vs. 1988 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Kadett.
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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Kadett. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1988 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
