1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 434 kg more than 1974 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | LeSabre | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
