1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 38 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota RunX weights approximately 250 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 2001 Toyota RunX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | RunX |
Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |