1967 Opel Record vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 40 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 278 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Record | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
