1967 Opel Record vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 46 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 495 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Opel Record | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Record | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2820 mm |
