1964 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,604 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 538 kg more than 1964 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Opel Rekord | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Rekord | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2604 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |