The Opel Rekord is a mid-range car with a decent acceleration and a top speed of 161 km/h. It has a drag coefficient of 0.46, indicating a relatively smooth aerodynamics.
Specs
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
14 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
14 sec
Max Speed
161 km/h 100.04 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.46
Body & Dimensions
The Opel Rekord is a Sedan with 2-4 doors, a length of 4567 mm (179.8 in) and a width of 1718 mm (67.64 in). It has a wheelbase of 2668 mm (105.04 in) and a ground clearance of 130 mm (5.12 in). It can comfortably seat 5 people and has a minimum turning circle of 11.4 m (37.4 ft).
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
2-4
Length
4567 mm 179.8 in.
Width
1718 mm 67.64 in.
Height
1415 mm 55.71 in.
Wheelbase
2668 mm 105.04 in.
Front Track
1419 mm 55.87 in.
Rear Track
1400 mm 55.12 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.4 m 37.4 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
130 mm 5.12 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Rekord offers impressive fuel efficiency, with a combined consumption of 11.6 l/100 km. It boasts a powerful engine and agile handling, making it a capable and enjoyable daily driver.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
11.6 l/100 km 20.28 US mpg 24.35 UK mpg 8.62 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Rekord boasts a 51.1 hp/l power-to-weight ratio thanks to its 97 hp engine and 1897 cc displacement. Its naturally aspirated engine and carburettor fuel injection system provide a straightforward and reliable power delivery. The engine is paired with a 4-speed manual transmission and drives the rear wheels.
Specs
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
97 Hp @ 5200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
51.1 Hp/l
Torque
147 Nm @ 3800 rpm. 108.42 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm.
Engine Model Code
19S
Engine Displacement
1897 cm3 115.76 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
93 mm 3.66 in.
Piston Stroke
69.8 mm 2.75 in.
Compression Ratio
9.8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
3.8 l 4.02 US qt | 3.34 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
20W-50 / API SD, API SE, API SF
Coolant
7.1 l 7.5 US qt | 6.25 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
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
Brakes
The Rekord is a classic car model that features disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear, providing a reliable braking system.
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Rating
Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Weight & Capacity
The Opel Rekord has a weight-to-power ratio of 11 kg/Hp (91.1 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.2 kg/Nm (138 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1065 kg (2347.92 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1545 kg (3406.14 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 480 kg (1058.22 lbs.). The trunk boot space is no less than 408 l (14.41 cu. ft.) and the fuel tank can hold up to 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal). The car can tow up to 1500 kg (3306.93 lbs.) with brakes and 570 kg (1256.63 lbs.) without brakes.
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Weight To Power Ratio
11 kg/Hp, 91.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.2 kg/Nm, 138 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1065 kg 2347.92 lbs.
Max Weight
1545 kg 3406.14 lbs.
Max Load
480 kg 1058.22 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
408 l 14.41 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1500 kg 3306.93 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
570 kg 1256.63 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Opel - Rekord D
The Rekord has 2-4 doors.
The Rekord has 5 seats.
The ground clearance of the Rekord is 130 mm (5.12 in).
The Opel Rekord can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 14 seconds.
The top speed of the Opel Rekord is 161 km/h or 100.04 mph.
The drag coefficient of the Opel Rekord is 0.46, indicating a relatively smooth aerodynamics.
The Rekord runs on petrol (Gasoline).
The Rekord achieves a combined fuel consumption of 11.6 l/100 km.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding the engine specifications.
The Rekord features a carburettor fuel injection system.
The Rekord has a 1897 cc engine displacement.
The Rekord comes with a 4-speed manual transmission.
Disc
Drum
Rekord
The Opel Rekord is a compact car produced by Opel from 1957 to 1988.
The Opel Rekord was known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and compact size.
No, the Opel Rekord was discontinued in 1988 and is no longer in production.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Opel Rekord is 11 kg/Hp (91.1 Hp/tonne).
The Opel Rekord can tow up to 1500 kg (3306.93 lbs.) with brakes and 570 kg (1256.63 lbs.) without brakes.
The Opel Rekord's fuel tank can hold up to 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal).
