1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 27 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 323 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Because 1978 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 1978 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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 Echo (143 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Echo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
