1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 455 kg more than 1965 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Aspen | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
