1967 Honda S800 vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 690 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 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 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Honda S800 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S800 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
