1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 372 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Rekord | Juke |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |