1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 907 is newer by 26 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 5,892 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 907 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 907 (493 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 907 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 907 weights approximately 105 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, 2004 Peugeot 907 (214 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 907 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 907 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
