2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 32 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Because 1968 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Lanos | Rekord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |