1968 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 603 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Rekord | 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Rekord | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |