1966 Audi Variant vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 236 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Audi Variant, 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Variant | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
