1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 607 kg more than 1964 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Chevelle | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
