2004 Honda NSX vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda NSX weights approximately 195 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 2004 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda NSX | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
