1970 Opel Rekord vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1992 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry, 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel Rekord | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Camry |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |