1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 493 kg more than 1965 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Rekord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |