1966 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2005 Toyota MR2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota MR2 (150 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1966 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1966 Opel Rekord.
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 MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Opel Rekord. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | MR2 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |