1998 Lada 111 vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 Lada 111 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lada 111 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada 111, 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lada 111 | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 111 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
