1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 126 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord.
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, 2011 Opel Corsa, 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 (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Rekord | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |
