1971 Opel Rekord vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1971 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 1971 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1971 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Rekord | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |