1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Rekord | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
