1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 470 kg more than 1966 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Caprice | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
