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Opel Rekord Rekord E (1977–1982) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.7 | 4 | 66 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 | 4 | 90 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 | 4 | 101 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 Automatic | 4 | 90 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 E Automatic | 4 | 110 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.1 D | 4 | 60 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.3 D Automatic | 5 | 71 HP | Diesel | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Opel Rekord Rekord E overview
The Opel Rekord (Rekord E) is the 8th generation of the Rekord, built from 1977 to 1982. It is offered as a Sedan with 7 engines (diesel, petrol), from 60 HP to 110 HP. The 1.7 (60 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 20.5 s, reaches a top speed of 146 km/h and is 4593 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Opel Rekord have?
The Opel Rekord (Rekord E) has 60 HP to 110 HP, depending on the engine: 2.1 Ohv (60 HP), 1.7 Cih (60 HP), 2.3 Ohv (65 HP), 1.9 Cih (75 HP), 2.0 Cih (90 HP), 2.0 Cih (101 HP), 2.0 Cih (110 HP).
What engines are available for the Opel Rekord?
The Opel Rekord is available with 7 engines: 2.1 Ohv (60 HP, diesel), 1.7 Cih (60 HP, petrol), 2.3 Ohv (65 HP, diesel), 1.9 Cih (75 HP, petrol), 2.0 Cih (90 HP, petrol), 2.0 Cih (101 HP, petrol), 2.0 Cih (110 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Opel Rekord?
The Opel Rekord is 4593 mm long, 1726 mm wide, 1420 mm tall, with a 2668 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Opel Rekord?
The Opel Rekord 1.7 (60 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 20.5 s and has a top speed of 146 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Opel Rekord E |
|---|---|
| Year | 1977–1982 |
| Platform | Opel 1900 |
| Variant | 1.7 (60 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 60 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4800 rpm |
| Torque | 112 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 2200 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 146 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 20.5 s |
| 0–62 mph | 20.5 s |
Engine
| Engine code | 17N |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1698 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 88.0 mm |
| Stroke | 69.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.2 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | sohc |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 L |
| Coolant | 6.5 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 | 4593 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1726 mm |
| Height | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2668 mm |
| Front track | 1435 mm |
| Rear track | 1412 mm |
| Boot space | 540 L |
| Turning circle | 10.8 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1100 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1600 kg |
| Max load | 500 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 9.9 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 65.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | drum |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 18.3 kg/Hp, 54.5 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 9.8 kg/Nm, 101.8 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1977 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1982 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.