1973 Opel Rekord vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 205 is newer by 24 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 273 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205.
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, 1997 Peugeot 205, 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, 1997 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Rekord | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 205 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2430 mm |
