2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 258 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
