2002 Lotus Elise vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elise | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
