1976 Chrysler 160 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 160.
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, 1976 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler 160 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 160 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
