1981 Opel Rekord vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, both 1981 Opel Rekord and 1981 Pontiac 1000 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Rekord weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Opel Rekord | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Rekord | 1000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1689 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 64 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2400 mm |