1983 Nissan Micra vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 590 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Micra, 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Micra | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Micra | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
