1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1990 Volvo 460

To start off, 1990 Volvo 460 is newer by 27 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 460 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 460 weights approximately 80 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, 1990 Volvo 460, 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, 1990 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Opel Rekord 1990 Volvo 460
Make Opel Volvo
Model Rekord 460
Year Released 1963 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1487 cc 1720 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 53 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74 mm 83.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2510 mm


 

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