1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 44 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 385 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 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Opel Rekord | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
