1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 38 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (220 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Camry |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
