1998 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Opel Rekord 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 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic, 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, 1969 Opel Rekord (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Rekord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |