1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 16 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 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
