2008 Honda S2000 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S2000 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
