2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 36 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 650 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 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2680 mm |
