2005 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 476 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1970 Opel Record | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Record |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
