1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | 250 | Rekord |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |