1965 Opel Rekord vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 205 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
