1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado 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. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Eldorado | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
