1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1964 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Express | Rekord |
Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7439 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2424 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |