1975 Chrysler Centura vs. 1984 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Opel Rekord is newer by 9 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Centura | 1984 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Centura | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
