2007 Honda Element vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 24 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Opel Kadett. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Kadett. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
