1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 280 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, 1958 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Opel | Willys-Overland |
Model | Rekord | Rural |
Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |