1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1970 Opel Rekord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Rekord weights approximately 165 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Opel Rekord (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 211 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |
