2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Terios | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
