2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2447 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
