1957 Opel Record vs. 1994 ZAZ Slavuta
To start off, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 145 kg more than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
Because 1957 Opel Record 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 1957 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 ZAZ Slavuta, 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, 1957 Opel Record (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 ZAZ Slavuta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 1994 ZAZ Slavuta | |
| Make | Opel | ZAZ |
| Model | Record | Slavuta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
