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Opel Rekord Diesel

General information

ModelOpel Rekord Diesel
Year1971
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1698 ccm (103.61 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1698 ccm (103.61 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power67.7 PS (50 kW or 67 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque120.00 Nm (12.2 kgf-m or 88.5 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0638 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4590 litres (1,213 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (448.8 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1065 kg (2,347.9 pounds)
Overall length4580 mm (180.3 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2680 mm (105.5 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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