1979 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 341 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 1986 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 1986 Opel Rekord. 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 1986 Opel Rekord has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Opel Rekord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
