2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 800 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Freelander | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
