1966 Opel Rekord vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 435 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Rekord | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
