1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Volvo 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 240 weights approximately 55 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Opel | Volvo |
Model | Rekord | 240 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |