1965 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 40 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1965 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 1965 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Opel Rekord | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
