1973 Bitter CD vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bitter CD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bitter CD would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 474 kg more than 1983 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Bitter | Opel |
| Model | CD | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
