1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 465 kg more than 1966 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Aspen | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
