2007 MG TF vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 24 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
