2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 42 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 217 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Colorado | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
