1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
