2004 Honda Fit vs. 1984 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Rekord weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit, 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, 1984 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Fit | 1984 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Fit | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
