1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 32 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 345 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, 2010 Peugeot 407, 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 407 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
