1983 Opel Rekord vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Rekord (85 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Rekord weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1983 Opel Rekord (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Rekord | Yaris |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |