2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1223 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.
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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Ram | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
