2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
