1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 544 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 Ford Transit Connect, 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 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 Transit Connect | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Rekord | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |