1963 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 50 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1744 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (122 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Opel Rekord | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1680 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3100 mm |