1974 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Rekord (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Opel Rekord.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1974 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Rekord | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Rekord | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
