1997 Honda Legend vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1997 Honda Legend is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 592 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Legend (298 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Legend | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Record |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
