1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 27 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 780 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.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol, 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
