1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 11 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Rekord | Express |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
