1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 44 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1075 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Rekord | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Rekord | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1688 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2895 mm |