1978 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (175 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 490 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Opel Rekord | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
