1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 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, 1978 Chrysler 160 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 160 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
