1971 Opel Rekord vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corona (96 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Rekord | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Corona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
