1969 Honda S800 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 500 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S800 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
