The Opel Rekord is a sedan with a top speed of 160 km/h (99.42 mph), making it a reliable and efficient ride for daily commutes and road trips.
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Max Speed
160 km/h 99.42 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Rekord is a sedan with a length of 4550 mm, width of 1758 mm, and height of 1453 mm. It has 4 doors, 5 seats, and a wheelbase of 2668 mm. The front and rear tracks are both 1400 mm, and the minimum turning circle is 11.74 m.
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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 Rekord is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 12 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 19.6 US mpg or 23.54 UK mpg.
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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 rear-wheel drive sedan with a 1.9L inline-four engine producing 90 horsepower and 146 Nm of torque. It features a manual transmission with 4 gears and a rigid axle suspension in the rear. The engine is naturally aspirated and uses a carburettor for fuel injection.
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Rigid axle suspension, Trailing arm, Coil spring
Brakes
The car in question is a Rekord model. It comes equipped with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The steering type is a Cone worm with recirculation balls, and it has hydraulic power steering. The tire size for both the front and rear wheels is 175/75R13.
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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 Rekord boasts a remarkable weight-to-power ratio, offering nimble handling and agility. Its impressive weight-to-torque ratio translates to strong acceleration and confident climbing capabilities. With a generous fuel tank capacity, long journeys are a breeze.
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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
Sedan
4
11.74 m
The top speed of the Opel Rekord is 160 km/h (99.42 mph).
Petrol (Gasoline)
12 l/100 km (19.6 US mpg, 23.54 UK mpg)
8.33 km/l
The Opel Rekord has a manual transmission with 4 gears.
The Opel Rekord has an inline-four engine configuration.
The Opel Rekord uses a carburettor for fuel injection.
The car has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The car uses a Cone worm with recirculation balls steering type and has hydraulic power steering.
The tire size for both the front and rear wheels is 175/75R13.
The Opel Rekord was produced from 1957 to 1988, spanning over three decades.
The Opel Rekord was a very popular model in Europe, known for its comfort, reliability, and fuel efficiency.
The Opel Rekord was available in various body styles, including sedans, wagons, and coupes.
The Rekord weighs in at 1045 kg (2303.83 lbs).
The Rekord can handle a maximum weight of 1480 kg (3262.84 lbs), including passengers and cargo.
The Rekord features a 55-liter (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal) fuel tank, ensuring long driving range.
