1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 1998 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 29 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (190 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 695 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace, 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (273 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Rekord | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
