2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1984 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1984 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 845 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Rekord. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1984 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1984 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1984 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2680 mm |
