1967 Opel Rekord vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 26 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 210 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.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Rekord | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Rekord | 405 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |