2003 Honda Life vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 236 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1971 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Life | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
