The Rekord is a car that can reach a top speed of 160 km/h or 99.42 mph, making it a decent performer on the road.
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Max Speed
160 km/h 99.42 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Opel Rekord is a sedan with a length of 4.55 meters, width of 1.76 meters, and height of 1.45 meters. It has a wheelbase of 2.67 meters and a turning circle of 11.74 meters. It has 5 seats and 4 doors.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4550 mm 179.13 in.
Width
1758 mm 69.21 in.
Height
1453 mm 57.2 in.
Wheelbase
2668 mm 105.04 in.
Front Track
1400 mm 55.12 in.
Rear Track
1400 mm 55.12 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.74 m 38.52 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Opel Rekord is a car that runs on petrol (gasoline) and has a combined fuel consumption of 12 liters per 100 km (19.6 US mpg, 23.54 UK mpg, 8.33 km/l).
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
12 l/100 km 19.6 US mpg 23.54 UK mpg 8.33 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Opel Rekord is a car with a 1.9L, inline-4, naturally aspirated engine with a carburettor, producing 90 HP and 146 Nm of torque. It has a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and a 2-speed automatic transmission. The front suspension features a double wishbone design, while the rear suspension has a rigid axle with trailing arms and coil springs. The car's oil capacity is 3.49 US qt and it uses 6.45 US qt of coolant. The engine uses an oil specification of 20W-50 / API SD, API SE, API SF.
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
2 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Rigid axle suspension, Trailing arm, Coil spring
Brakes
The Rekord features disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear for reliable stopping power. It has a cone worm steering mechanism with recirculation balls for precise handling. The car is equipped with 175/75R13 tires on both front and rear axles for good grip and stability.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Cone worm with recirculation balls
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
Front wheel tires: 175/75R13 Rear wheel tires: 175/75R13
Weight & Capacity
The Opel Rekord is a mid-range car with a weight-to-power ratio of 11.6 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.2 kg/Nm, indicating a good balance between power and weight. It has a kerb weight of 1045 kg and a maximum load capacity of 435 kg. The fuel tank capacity is 55 liters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
11.6 kg/Hp, 86.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.2 kg/Nm, 139.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1045 kg 2303.83 lbs.
Max Weight
1480 kg 3262.84 lbs.
Max Load
435 kg 959.01 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Opel - Rekord C
The length of the Opel Rekord is 4.55 meters (179.13 inches).
The Opel Rekord has 5 seats.
The turning circle of the Opel Rekord is 11.74 meters (38.52 feet).
The top speed of the Rekord is 160 km/h or 99.42 mph.
The Rekord has a decent top speed, but it's not exceptionally fast.
The model of the car is the Rekord.
The Rekord uses petrol (gasoline).
The Rekord has a combined fuel consumption of 12 liters per 100 km (19.6 US mpg, 23.54 UK mpg, 8.33 km/l).
No, the Rekord is not an electric vehicle. It runs on petrol (gasoline).
The engine displacement of the Rekord is 1.9L or 115.76 cu. in.
The Rekord has a 2-speed automatic transmission.
The Rekord features a double wishbone front suspension and a rigid axle with trailing arms and coil springs in the rear.
The Rekord has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The Rekord features a cone worm steering mechanism with recirculation balls for enhanced handling.
The front and rear wheels are equipped with 175/75R13 tires for optimal grip and stability.
The Opel Rekord was first introduced in 1953.
The Opel Rekord was in production from 1953 until 1986.
The Opel Rekord was a line of executive cars that were known for their spacious interiors, comfortable rides, and reliable performance.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Opel Rekord is 11.6 kg/Hp.
The maximum load capacity of the Opel Rekord is 435 kg.
The fuel tank capacity of the Opel Rekord is 55 liters.
