1994 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 682 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 625 kg more than 1969 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, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 794 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Lotec | Opel |
Model | Testa de Oro | Rekord |
Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1492 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1025 kg |