1967 Opel Rekord vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 44 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Borrego weights approximately 425 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Rekord | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Rekord | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
