1965 Opel Rekord vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 23 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 800 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Because 1988 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Opel Rekord | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |