1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Rekord | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
Model | Rekord | Touareg |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |