2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 36 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 686 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.
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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
