1978 Opel Rekord vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Volvo 760 (108 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1978 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, 1987 Volvo 760 (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Rekord | 760 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
