1954 Opel Rekord vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1970 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1954 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1954 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Opel Rekord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Opel Rekord | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Carina |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
