1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 34 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 554 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.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Xterra | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Xterra | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
