1978 Opel Rekord vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1999 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Rekord | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
