1977 Ford 2000 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1968 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 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford 2000 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 2000 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
