2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 330 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 Tracker (221 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Tracker | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
