1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | S-10 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
