2009 Ford Ranger vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (57 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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 Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ranger | Rekord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |