1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (118 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |