1971 Opel Rekord vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera 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 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (444 HP) has 385 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 40 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.
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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Rekord | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
