1978 Opel Rekord vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 204 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
