2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1974 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1974 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Rekord.
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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1974 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
