1971 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 839 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Rekord | Korando |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
