2000 Nissan Primera vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 325 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.
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 Nissan Primera, 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 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
