1978 Opel Rekord vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Rekord (100 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 670 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
