1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 34 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), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 260 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Rekord | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
