1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Rekord (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Opel Rekord | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
