1967 Opel Record vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 284 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Record 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 1967 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Record | Avensis |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |