1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (57 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 290 kg more than 1967 Opel Rekord.
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 Nissan Cedric (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
