1985 Nissan Skyline vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1985 Nissan Skyline is newer by 12 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Rekord weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Skyline | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Skyline | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
