1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 14 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord.
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, 1997 Peugeot 406, 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 (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 406 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
