2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 745 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1983 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1983 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
