1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 35 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2004 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Opel | Holden |
| Model | Rekord | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
