2009 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1991 Opel Kadett. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 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 (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 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 1991 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1991 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
