2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1966 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 Chrysler Aspen (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Aspen | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
