1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Venture | Rekord |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |