1965 Opel Rekord vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1994 Rover 200 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 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rover 200, 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Rekord | 200 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
