1971 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara is newer by 34 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Solara (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Solara weights approximately 369 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Solara, 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, 2005 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Opel Rekord | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Solara |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |