1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 1973 Volvo 164 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 164 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Volvo 164 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Rekord | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Rekord | 164 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |