1965 Opel Rekord vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa, 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Rekord | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Rekord | Corsa |
Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |