1978 Opel Rekord vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot Peugette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot Peugette would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot Peugette (65 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot Peugette should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord.
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, 1976 Peugeot Peugette, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | Peugette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
