1967 Opel Rekord vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1967 Opel Rekord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 230 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Rekord (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Rekord | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Opel | Triumph |
Model | Rekord | TR2 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |