1983 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 30 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 235 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, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Prius |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
