1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1999 Proton 400
To start off, 1999 Proton 400 is newer by 16 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Proton 400. 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, 1999 Proton 400, 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 (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 1999 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Proton |
| Model | Rekord | 400 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
