1997 Honda Life vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Rekord (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 310 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 1971 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Life | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
