1970 Oldsmobile 442 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1970 Oldsmobile 442 and 1970 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1970 Opel Rekord.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile 442 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | 442 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
