2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 350Z | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
