1973 Opel Rekord vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 189 kg more than 1973 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Rekord | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Opel | Plymouth |
Model | Rekord | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |