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Opel Rekord 2.0 GL Berlina

General information

ModelOpel Rekord 2.0 GL Berlina
Year1983
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1979 ccm (120.76 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1979 ccm (120.76 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Compression9.1:1
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed179.0 km/h (111.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.2 seconds
0-50 miles8.0 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4620 litres (1,221 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1183 kg (2,608.1 pounds)
Overall length4660 mm (183.5 inches)
Overall width1730 mm (68.1 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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