1954 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1954 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. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1954 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1954 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Opel Rekord | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Rekord | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3327 mm |
