1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 475 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Opel | Xedos |
| Model | Rekord | 9 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
