1983 Ford Telstar vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Ford Telstar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Ford Telstar.
Because 1967 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Telstar | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Telstar | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
