2000 Ford TL-50 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Ford TL-50 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 1,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TL-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TL-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TL-50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TL-50 weights approximately 210 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, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TL-50 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | TL-50 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1092 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
