1954 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 59 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1349 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. 2013 Nissan Titan 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. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Opel Rekord | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Rekord | Titan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 2284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3550 mm |
