1972 Opel Rekord vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1972 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 1972 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1972 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Opel Rekord | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| 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 | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
