1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1966 Opel Rekord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Rekord (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Station Wagon | Rekord |
Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |