1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 38 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 345 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, 2007 Peugeot 307, 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 307 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
