1998 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 2,511 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 1998 Honda Accord, 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Record |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
