1971 Opel Rekord vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 31 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 727 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, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Rekord | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
