1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 260 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 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Opel Rekord | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |