1957 Opel Record vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 49 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 460 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 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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, 2006 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Record | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
