1978 Nissan Laurel vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Nissan Laurel is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Laurel (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 170 kg more than 1963 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, 1978 Nissan Laurel (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Laurel | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Laurel | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
