2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 27 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1357 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 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | LR3 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
