2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1738 kg more than 1963 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 Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Discovery | Rekord |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |