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


 

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