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Opel Rekord Rekord D (1972–1977) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 7
1972 - 1977
Rekord D
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Quick Specs
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Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.7 S | 4 | 83 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 | 4 | 90 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 S Manual 4-speed | 4 | 97 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 | 4 | 101 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Opel Rekord Rekord D overview
The Opel Rekord (Rekord D) is the 7th generation of the Rekord, built from 1972 to 1977. It is offered as a Coupe with 8 engines (diesel, petrol), from 55 HP to 101 HP. The 1.7 S (83 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 16.5 s, reaches a top speed of 155 km/h and is 4607 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Opel Rekord have?
The Opel Rekord (Rekord D) has 55 HP to 101 HP, depending on the engine: 2.0 Ohv (55 HP), 2.1 Ohv (60 HP), 1.7 Cih (60 HP), 1.9 Cih (75 HP), 1.7 Cih (83 HP), 1.9 Cih (97 HP), 2.0 Cih (100 HP), 2.0 Cih (101 HP).
What engines are available for the Opel Rekord?
The Opel Rekord is available with 8 engines: 2.0 Ohv (55 HP, diesel), 2.1 Ohv (60 HP, diesel), 1.7 Cih (60 HP, petrol), 1.9 Cih (75 HP, petrol), 1.7 Cih (83 HP, petrol), 1.9 Cih (97 HP, petrol), 2.0 Cih (100 HP, petrol), 2.0 Cih (101 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Opel Rekord?
The Opel Rekord is 4607 mm long, 1728 mm wide, 1380 mm tall, with a 2668 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Opel Rekord?
The Opel Rekord 1.7 S (83 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 16.5 s and has a top speed of 155 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Opel Rekord D Coupe |
|---|---|
| Year | 1972–1975 |
| Platform | Opel 1900 |
| Variant | 1.7 S (83 Hp) |
| Body type | coupe |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 3 |
Power & torque
| Power | 83 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5400 rpm |
| Torque | 144 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3800 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 155 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 16.5 s |
| 0–62 mph | 16.5 s |
Engine
| Engine code | 17S |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1698 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 88.0 mm |
| Stroke | 69.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.8 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | cih |
| Oil capacity | 3.0 L |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 4 |
| Gearbox code | 4mt |
| Gearbox manufacturer | opel |
Dimensions
| Length | 4607 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1728 mm |
| Height | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2668 mm |
| Front track | 1419 mm |
| Rear track | 1400 mm |
| Boot space | 435 L |
| Ground clearance | 130 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.4 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1080 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1500 kg |
| Max load | 420 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 12.5 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 70.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Wheel rims | 14 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 13 kg/Hp, 76.9 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.3 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1972 |
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| End Of Production | 1975 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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