1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1974 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen K 70, 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, 1974 Volkswagen K 70 (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1974 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
