1973 Opel Rekord vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 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 1973 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 (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Opel Rekord | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Rekord | Korando |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |