1990 GMC Suburban vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 25 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Suburban | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2650 mm |
