1999 AC Aceca vs. 1968 Opel Rekord

To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 518 kg more than 1968 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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.

Compare all specifications:

1999 AC Aceca 1968 Opel Rekord
Make AC Opel
Model Aceca Rekord
Year Released 1999 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 1492 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1092 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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