1971 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 806 is newer by 27 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 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 806 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 419 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 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, 1998 Peugeot 806, 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, 1998 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 1998 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 806 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
