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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla will offer significantly more control. 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 Corolla (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
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 | 1492 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
