2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Because 1963 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2650 mm |
