2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1498 kg more than 1966 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
