1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 205 kg more than 1983 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
