1978 Opel Rekord vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 14 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1992 Renault Safrane, 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Rekord | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Rekord | Safrane |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |