1970 Opel Rekord vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1970 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Rekord | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rekord | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
