1967 Opel Rekord vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1986 Renault 21 is newer by 19 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, 1967 Opel Rekord (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21, 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 Rekord (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Rekord | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Rekord | 21 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
