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Opel Rekord

General information

ModelOpel Rekord
Year1969
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1492 ccm (91.04 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1492 ccm (91.04 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque106 Nm (10.8 kgf-m or 78.2 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke87.0 x 69.8 mm (3.4 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0585 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4690 litres (1,239 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1025 kg (2,259.7 pounds)
Overall length4560 mm (179.5 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2670 mm (105.1 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions142.0 g/km
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