1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1140 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
