1999 Honda Legend vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 700 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend, 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 Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Legend | Rekord |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |