1972 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 32 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 593 kg more than 1972 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Rekord | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Rekord | Monaro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |