1969 NSU 1000 vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 615 kg more than 1969 NSU 1000.
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, 1978 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 NSU 1000 | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | NSU | Opel |
| Model | 1000 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1177 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
