1966 Opel Rekord vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 31 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Rekord | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
