1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 46 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 335 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rekord | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| 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 | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
