1999 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 238 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Record |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
