2009 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Kadett. (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Kadett |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |