2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 26 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 755 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (286 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Venture | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
