1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria is newer by 29 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, 2007 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Proton Satria.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Rekord | Satria |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
