1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 334 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
