1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celsior is newer by 39 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 765 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Opel Rekord | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Celsior |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
