1989 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 216 kg more than 1985 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Honda Accord (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
