1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude 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 7 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 331 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. 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, 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
