1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 28 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 694 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Town & Country | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
