1984 Audi 90 vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 90 (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi 90 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Audi 90 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | 90 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
