1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 20 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 930 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, 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 1983 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1963 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |