1967 Opel Rekord vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (57 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. 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, 1993 Renault Express, 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 (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Rekord | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Rekord | Express |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
