1977 Holden Sunbird vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1977 Holden Sunbird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Sunbird (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 130 kg more than 1965 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, 1977 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Sunbird | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Sunbird | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
