2001 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda Civic (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Rekord |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |