2003 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 36 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Because 1967 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 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Prizm | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Prizm | Rekord |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |