1983 Opel Rekord vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 25 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 616 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Rekord | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
