1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (108 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914.
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 @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Rekord | 914 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |