2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 777 kg more than 1970 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1970 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | 300 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2680 mm |
