1978 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 20 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 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (100 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Rekord | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 77 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
