1964 Opel Rekord vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,604 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 310 kg more than 1964 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1964 Opel Rekord (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Opel Rekord | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
