2009 Honda Accord vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 798 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 1963 Opel Kadett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
