1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT 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 (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 440 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel GT 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 1968 Opel GT. 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Prelude | GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
