1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 43 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord.
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, 2008 Peugeot 307, 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 307 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
