2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 78 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Opel Kadett (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Jazz | Kadett |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1338 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |