1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2010 Buick Enclave is newer by 45 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1138 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 1965 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 2010 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Opel | Buick |
| Model | Rekord | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
