1965 Opel Rekord vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1967 Triumph TR5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord.
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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Rekord | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Rekord | TR5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |