2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
