1953 Opel Rekord vs. 1969 Renault 8
To start off, 1969 Renault 8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Renault 8 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Renault 8 should accelerate faster than 1953 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Opel Rekord weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Renault 8.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Opel Rekord | 1969 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Rekord | 8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
