1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 26 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Opel Rekord 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Opel Pontiac
Model Rekord Bonneville
Year Released 1963 1989
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1487 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 53 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 96.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74 mm 86.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2820 mm


 

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