1983 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 27 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac STS weights approximately 697 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.
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, 2010 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 2010 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Rekord | STS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
