2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1954 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1773 kg more than 1954 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Defender | 1954 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Defender | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
