1968 Opel Rekord vs. 2000 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2000 Toyota Sienna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 613 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Rekord 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 1968 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2000 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Rekord | 2000 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Sienna |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |