1967 Opel Record vs. 1984 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1984 Opel Corsa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Record (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Record should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Record weights approximately 308 kg more than 1984 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 1984 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Record | Corsa |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 68 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 61 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |