1967 Opel Record vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 43 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 606 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Record | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3250 mm |
