1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover 2000 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Rekord | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
