2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1683 kg more than 1968 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 Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Freelander | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
