1983 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 24 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 7 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 85 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Rekord | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |