1975 Chrysler Valiant 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 Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1984 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Valiant | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
