2007 Honda NSX vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 24 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 330 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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | NSX | Rekord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |