2007 Nissan Titan vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1220 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Titan | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2285 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2680 mm |
