2002 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Opel GT
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 1971 Opel GT 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 1971 Opel GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1971 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1971 Opel GT | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | GT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 53 L |
