2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Lancia Kappa is newer by 22 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 160 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa, 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lancia | Opel |
| Model | Kappa | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
