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Opel Rekord Caravan 1700

General information

ModelOpel Rekord Caravan 1700
Year1966
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1696 ccm (103.49 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1696 ccm (103.49 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque118.00 Nm (12.0 kgf-m or 87.0 ft.lbs) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Compression9.2:1
Bore x stroke75.0 x 61.0 mm (3.0 x 2.4 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0541 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4690 litres (1,239 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1110 kg (2,447.1 pounds)
Overall length4560 mm (179.5 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2640 mm (103.9 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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