1972 Opel Rekord vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 129 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Rekord | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Rekord | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
