1967 Opel Record vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 773 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Record | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
