2009 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1985 Opel Kadett. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 199 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 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Kadett. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1985 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
