The Opel Rekord is a mid-range car with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 15 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 162 km/h. The car's aerodynamics are also noteworthy, with a drag coefficient of 0.48.
Specs
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
15 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
15 sec
Max Speed
162 km/h 100.66 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.48
Body & Dimensions
The Opel Rekord is a station wagon with a spacious interior, offering 5 seats and a versatile cargo area. Its dimensions are impressive, with a length of 4620 mm, width of 1726 mm, and height of 1470 mm. The wheelbase is 2668 mm, and the front and rear tracks are 1435 mm and 1412 mm, respectively. The minimum turning circle is 10.8 m.
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
5
Doors
3-5
Length
4620 mm 181.89 in.
Width
1726 mm 67.95 in.
Height
1470 mm 57.87 in.
Wheelbase
2668 mm 105.04 in.
Front Track
1435 mm 56.5 in.
Rear Track
1412 mm 55.59 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.8 m 35.43 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Opel Rekord is a petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 10.4 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 22.62 US mpg or 27.16 UK mpg. This makes it a relatively fuel-efficient option.
Specs
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
10.4 l/100 km 22.62 US mpg 27.16 UK mpg 9.62 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Rekord is a rear-wheel drive car powered by a 2.0-liter, 4-cylinder internal combustion engine that produces 90 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 142 Nm of torque at 3000-3800 rpm. It has a 4-speed manual transmission and a naturally aspirated engine with a compression ratio of 8.0.
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
None
Specs
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Rating
Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Weight & Capacity
The Rekord is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for daily driving. It has a decent trunk space and fuel tank capacity, making it a practical choice for road trips. However, its towing capacity is limited, and the maximum load capacity is relatively low.
Specs
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Rating
Weight To Power Ratio
12.7 kg/Hp, 78.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
8.1 kg/Nm, 124 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1145 kg 2524.29 lbs.
Max Weight
1765 kg 3891.16 lbs.
Max Load
620 kg 1366.87 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
881 l 31.11 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
585 kg 1289.7 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Opel - Rekord E Caravan
The Opel Rekord has a seating capacity of 5 people.
The Opel Rekord has 3-5 doors, depending on the configuration.
The minimum turning circle of the Opel Rekord is 10.8 m.
The Opel Rekord can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 15 seconds.
The top speed of the Opel Rekord is electronically limited to 162 km/h.
The drag coefficient of the Opel Rekord is 0.48.
The Opel Rekord runs on petrol (gasoline).
The Opel Rekord has a combined fuel consumption of 10.4 liters per 100 kilometers.
Yes, the Opel Rekord is considered a relatively fuel-efficient car, with a combined fuel consumption of 10.4 liters per 100 kilometers.
1979 cm3 or 120.77 cu. in.
4-speed manual transmission
Rear-wheel drive
The Rekord has ventilated disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The braking system on the Rekord is decent for its time, but it may not be as efficient as modern braking systems.
Yes, you can upgrade the Rekord's brakes, but it's important to ensure that any upgrades are compatible with the car's specifications and are installed correctly.
