2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 36 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 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 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1583 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
