1971 Opel Rekord vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Rekord | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Rekord | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |