The Rekord boasts impressive performance, achieving a 0-100 km/h acceleration in 13 seconds and a top speed of 176 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.48 suggests efficient aerodynamics.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
13 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
13 sec
Max Speed
176 km/h 109.36 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.48
Body & Dimensions
The Rekord is a practical station wagon with a spacious interior, offering ample room for passengers and cargo. Its compact size and agile handling make it well-suited for urban driving, while its robust build quality ensures reliability and durability.
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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 Rekord offers impressive fuel efficiency, with a combined consumption of 9.3 l/100 km. It boasts a powerful engine and agile handling, making it a capable and enjoyable daily driver.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
9.3 l/100 km 25.29 US mpg 30.37 UK mpg 10.75 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Opel Rekord is a rear-wheel drive car with a 4-cylinder inline engine, naturally aspirated and equipped with a carburettor. It has a power output of 110 Hp at 5400 rpm and a torque of 159 Nm at 3000 rpm. The engine has a displacement of 1979 cm3 and is equipped with a manual transmission with 4 gears.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
110 Hp @ 5400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
55.6 Hp/l
Torque
159 Nm @ 3000 rpm. 117.27 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Model Code
20E
Engine Displacement
1979 cm3 120.77 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
95 mm 3.74 in.
Piston Stroke
69.8 mm 2.75 in.
Compression Ratio
9.4
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
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 car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with ventilated 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.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Weight & Capacity
The Rekord has a weight-to-power ratio of 10.4 kg/Hp (96.1 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.2 kg/Nm (138.9 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1145 kg (2524.29 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1765 kg (3891.16 lbs.), with a maximum load capacity of 620 kg (1366.87 lbs.). The car has a trunk/boot space of 881 l (31.11 cu. ft.), a fuel tank capacity of 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal), and can tow up to 1500 kg (3306.93 lbs.) with brakes and 585 kg (1289.7 lbs.) without brakes.
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Weight To Power Ratio
10.4 kg/Hp, 96.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.2 kg/Nm, 138.9 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 Rekord has a seating capacity of 5 passengers.
The Rekord has a length of 4620 mm (181.89 in.).
The Rekord has a minimum turning circle of 10.8 m (35.43 ft.).
The Rekord accelerates from 0-62 mph in 13 seconds.
The Rekord's maximum speed is 176 km/h (109.36 mph).
The Rekord's drag coefficient of 0.48 contributes to its swift performance by minimizing resistance and allowing for efficient airflow.
The Rekord runs on petrol (Gasoline).
The combined fuel consumption is 9.3 l/100 km.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding the engine specifications.
The Opel Rekord has an internal combustion engine with 4 cylinders in a inline configuration.
The Opel Rekord has a power output of 110 Hp at 5400 rpm.
The Opel Rekord has a manual transmission with 4 gears.
The Rekord has ventilated disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.
The braking system and overall performance suggest it's best suited for casual driving rather than aggressive maneuvers.
The combination of drum brakes at the rear limits its effectiveness in wet or slippery conditions.
The Opel Rekord was produced from 1957 to 1988.
The Opel Rekord was available in sedans, wagons, and coupés.
The Opel Rekord was known for its comfort, reliability, and fuel efficiency.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Rekord is 10.4 kg/Hp (96.1 Hp/tonne).
The Rekord can tow up to 1500 kg (3306.93 lbs.) with brakes and 585 kg (1289.7 lbs.) without brakes.
The fuel tank capacity of the Rekord is 70 l (18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal).
