2005 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Rekord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |