2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 648 kg more than 1968 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 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | S-Type | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
