2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1985 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S2000 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
