1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 183 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Opel | Scion |
| Model | Rekord | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
