1972 Opel Rekord vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 835 kg more than 1972 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Rekord. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1972 Opel Rekord has manual transmission. 1972 Opel Rekord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Rekord | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1781 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3570 mm |