1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1987 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1987 Toyota Model F is newer by 24 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 1,811 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Model F weights approximately 330 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 1987 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Model F |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1811 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |