1971 Opel Rekord vs. 1993 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 205 is newer by 22 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 300 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205, 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, 1993 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 1993 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 205 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
