2007 Honda Element vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1248 kg more than 1963 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Kadett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1963 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1963 Opel Kadett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
