2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1963 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Tahoe | Rekord |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |