1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 6 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 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rekord | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
