1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 41 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 1039 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 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Rekord | MDX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
