1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Opel Rekord (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Rekord | Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
