2008 Honda Accord vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
