1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1983 Renault 4
To start off, 1983 Renault 4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Opel Rekord (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 4, 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, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1983 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Rekord | 4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
