2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 171 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
