1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 46 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord.

Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Opel Rekord 2012 Land Rover Freelander
Make Opel Land Rover
Model Rekord Freelander
Year Released 1966 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 149 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2670 mm


 

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