1967 Opel Rekord vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1983 Volvo 240 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Rekord | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Rekord | 240 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |