1984 Dodge Conquest vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1984 Dodge Conquest is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Conquest, 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, 1984 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Dodge Conquest | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Conquest | Rekord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |