1964 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1964 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra, 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, 1998 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Rekord | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Rekord | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
