1966 Opel Rekord vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 33 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. Both 1966 Opel Rekord and 1999 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Rekord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord.
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, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Rekord | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
