1967 Opel Rekord vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 28 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 8 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Gol, 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Rekord | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Rekord | Gol |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |