1970 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 911 kg more than 1970 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Rekord | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Rekord | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
