1981 Audi 80 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 3 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 105 kg more than 1981 Audi 80.
Because 1981 Audi 80 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, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 80 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
