1968 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 44 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel Rekord | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
