2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Maxima | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
