2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 40 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 666 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.
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 Dodge Charger (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Charger | Rekord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |