1992 Honda Prelude vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Prelude weights approximately 280 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Prelude | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2257 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
