1966 Opel Rekord vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 32 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1180 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 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
