1983 Nissan Patrol vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1983 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1106 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.
Because 1983 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Patrol | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2650 mm |
