2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 850 kg more than 1970 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Freestar | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
