1984 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 21 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Rekord weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Rekord | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2330 mm |
