1994 Honda Today vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 380 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Today | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
