1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 31 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 45 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Because 1969 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 1969 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1969 Opel Rekord (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1867 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
