1966 Opel Rekord vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 29 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 505 kg more than 1966 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa, 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Previa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
