1970 Honda S600 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Honda S600 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 1970 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S600 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
