1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Camaro | Rekord |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |