1981 Audi 80 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
