1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 303 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 Prelude, 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | Record |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
