1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 488 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 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Rekord | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
