1968 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega is newer by 36 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Omega weights approximately 640 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, 2004 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Rekord | 2004 Opel Omega | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Rekord | Omega |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |