1983 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 21 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Rekord | VX220 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |