1969 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna is newer by 38 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
