1980 Honda Ballade vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1980 Honda Ballade is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Honda Ballade (74 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 275 kg more than 1980 Honda Ballade.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Ballade, 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, 1980 Honda Ballade (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Ballade | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Ballade | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
