1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Centura (118 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 5 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1975 Chrysler Centura (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Centura | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
