2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 504 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Rekord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |