1995 Acura NSX vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 30 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 340 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura NSX | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Acura | Opel |
Model | NSX | Rekord |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |