1968 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Tata E
To start off, 1998 Tata E 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata E weights approximately 278 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Rekord | 1998 Tata E | |
| Make | Opel | Tata |
| Model | Rekord | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
