1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 2004 ZAZ Wagon 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. 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, 2004 ZAZ Wagon, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 ZAZ Wagon. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 ZAZ Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Rekord | 2004 ZAZ Wagon | |
Make | Opel | ZAZ |
Model | Rekord | Wagon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2330 mm |