1993 Holden Barina vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1993 Holden Barina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 470 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Holden Barina, 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Barina | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
