2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
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, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Caterham | Opel |
| Model | Superlight R | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
