1967 Opel Rekord vs. 1992 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Laser is newer by 25 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 3 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 55 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord.
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, 1992 Plymouth Laser, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Rekord | 1992 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Rekord | Laser |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |