1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Wildcat | Rekord |
Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2650 mm |