1984 Opel Rekord vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Rekord 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 40 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Rekord weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Gol, 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 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Rekord | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | Gol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
