2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Rekord |
Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |