1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 34 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 534 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 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Rekord | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
