1967 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Saturn SL
To start off, 1998 Saturn SL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Saturn SL.
Because 1967 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Saturn SL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Saturn SL (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Rekord | 1998 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Rekord | SL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
