1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 25 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605, 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Rekord | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Rekord | 605 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |