1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 45 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1121 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Opel | GMC |
| Model | Rekord | Savana |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
