2008 Honda Jazz vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 77 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz.
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 Jazz, 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 Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Jazz | Rekord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |