2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 38 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Silverado | Rekord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2670 mm |