1967 Opel Record vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 447 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 Previa, 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Record | Previa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
