1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Yaris, 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, 1978 Opel Rekord (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
