1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1955 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord.
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 Opel Rekord (193 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Rekord | P4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
