1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2008 Opel GT
To start off, 2008 Opel GT is newer by 30 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel GT (260 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel GT weights approximately 215 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, 2008 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2008 Opel GT | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Rekord | GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
