2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1608 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Discovery | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Rekord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |