1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |