2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1475 kg more than 1969 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 Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Range Rover | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2500 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
