1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Opel Rekord | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91.5 mm |
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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |