1979 Nissan Cedric vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cedric is newer by 13 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Rekord (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 220 kg more than 1966 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, 1979 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cedric | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
