1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 35 kg more than 1963 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, 1972 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Vega | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Vega | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
