1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 475 kg more than 1985 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Viper | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
