1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 6 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (96 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 239 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Opel Rekord (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
