2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Opel Record weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2000 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | YRV | Record |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 40 L |
