1993 Honda Legend vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 1971 Opel GT 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 1971 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend, 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | GT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
