1956 Opel Rekord vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1956 Opel Rekord. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Rekord.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Opel Rekord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Opel Rekord | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Rekord | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
