1986 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,953 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Accord | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1953 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
