1983 Opel Rekord vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | Golf |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2512 mm |
