1966 Opel Rekord vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Triumph TR7.
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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Opel Rekord | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Rekord | TR7 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |