1998 Buick Signia vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 770 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Signia | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
