2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 945 kg more than 1970 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot, 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Pilot | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
