1971 Honda Life vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 745 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda Life, 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Life | Rekord |
Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2680 mm |