2009 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
