2001 Opel Speedster vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Speedster (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 117 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster.
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, 2001 Opel Speedster (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Speedster | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Speedster | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
