1957 Opel Record vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Caldina (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 485 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Record has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Record will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Opel Record | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Record | Caldina |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |