1965 Opel Rekord vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 30 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 1,982 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 360 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, 1995 Volvo 850, 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Rekord | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Rekord | 850 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |