1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1973 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 495 kg more than 1973 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 1973 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
Model | E | Rekord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |