Opel Rekord Rekord D Caravan

Opel - Rekord D Caravan

Details-
BrandOpel
ModelRekord
GenerationRekord D Caravan
Modification1.9 (75 Hp)
Start Of Production1975
End Of Production1977

Performance

The Rekord is a decent car with a moderate acceleration of 18 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h and a top speed of 150 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.50 is relatively good, indicating a sleek design.

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh18 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph18 sec
Max Speed150 km/h 93.21 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd0.50

Body & Dimensions

The Rekord station wagon offers a spacious and practical interior, with seating for five and a generous cargo area. Its dimensions and wheelbase provide a comfortable ride, while its handling capabilities are commendable for its size.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeStation wagon (estate)
Seats5
Doors3-5
Length4594 mm 180.87 in.
Width1715 mm 67.52 in.
Height1440 mm 56.69 in.
Wheelbase2668 mm 105.04 in.
Front Track1419 mm 55.87 in.
Rear Track1400 mm 55.12 in.
Min Turning Circle11.4 m 37.4 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance130 mm 5.12 in.

Fuel Consumption

The Rekord is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 11.1 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 21.19 US mpg or 25.45 UK mpg.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined11.1 l/100 km 21.19 US mpg 25.45 UK mpg 9.01 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The Opel Rekord is a car with a 1.9L, inline 4-cylinder engine with 75 HP and 132 Nm of torque. It is a naturally aspirated engine with a carburettor and SOHC valvetrain. The engine is mounted at the front and powers the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual transmission. The compression ratio is 7.6 and it has 2 valves per cylinder.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power75 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre39.5 Hp/l
Torque132 Nm @ 2200-3400 rpm. 97.36 lb.-ft. @ 2200-3400 rpm.
Engine Displacement1897 cm3 115.76 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore93 mm 3.66 in.
Piston Stroke69.8 mm 2.75 in.
Compression Ratio7.6
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder2
Fuel Injection SystemCarburettor
Engine AspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelRear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox4 gears, manual transmission

Brakes

The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear. While the braking system is adequate for everyday driving, it lacks the sophistication of more expensive models.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesDisc
Rear BrakesDrum

Weight & Capacity

The Rekord car model boasts an impressive weight-to-power ratio of 15.2 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 8.6 kg/Nm. With a kerb weight of 1140 kg and a maximum weight of 1740 kg, this car is designed for both power and efficiency. The fuel tank capacity of 70 liters ensures a decent range, and the permitted trailer load with brakes is an impressive 1500 kg.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio15.2 kg/Hp, 65.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio8.6 kg/Nm, 115.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1140 kg 2513.27 lbs.
Max Weight1740 kg 3836.04 lbs.
Max Load600 kg 1322.77 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1500 kg 3306.93 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes585 kg 1289.7 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Opel - Rekord D Caravan

The spec sheet does not include information regarding safety features.

The spec sheet lists the cargo capacity as not provided.

18 seconds

150 km/h (93.21 mph)

0.50

Petrol (Gasoline)

11.1 l/100 km (21.19 US mpg, 25.45 UK mpg)

9.01 km/l

The engine displacement of the Rekord is 1.9L or 1897 cm3.

The Rekord has a 4-speed manual transmission.

The Rekord has a power output of 75 HP at 4800 rpm.

The Rekord has disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.

The lack of advanced off-road features suggests that the Rekord is not ideal for rough terrain.

The spec sheet does not include information regarding the standard features of the Rekord.

The Rekord's engine capacity ranged from 1.0 to 2.5 liters.

Yes, the Rekord was a very popular model in Europe during its production run.

The Rekord had a manual or automatic transmission option.

The kerb weight of the Rekord car model is 1140 kg or 2513.27 lbs.

The fuel tank capacity of the Rekord car model is 70 liters or 18.49 US gal or 15.4 UK gal.

The permitted trailer load with brakes for the Rekord car model is 1500 kg or 3306.93 lbs.