1984 Opel Rekord vs. 1973 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1984 Opel Rekord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Rekord weights approximately 225 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. 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 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Rekord | 1973 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
