1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (153 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 231 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 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rekord | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
