1963 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 235 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.
Because 1963 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
