1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Opel Rekord weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Because 1964 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 1964 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude, 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Prelude | Rekord |
Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |