2008 Jeep Commander vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Commander | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
