1983 Nissan Skyline vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Nissan Skyline 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 54 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
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 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Skyline | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Skyline | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
