1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 27 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 224 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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 307 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
