1979 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel GT (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel GT weights approximately 80 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel GT 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 1968 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1968 Opel GT (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | GT |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
