1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 13 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.

Let's talk about torque, 1963 Opel Rekord (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Opel Rekord 1976 Toyota Sprinter
Make Opel Toyota
Model Rekord Sprinter
Year Released 1963 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1487 cc 1165 cc
Horse Power 53 HP 60 HP
Torque 108 Nm 97 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2380 mm


 

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