2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1983 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 26 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1473 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1983 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Defender | Rekord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |