1968 Opel Rekord vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (224 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Rekord | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Rekord | 25 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |