1972 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 394 kg more than 1972 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Rekord | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Rekord | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2799 mm |
